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BMW 118

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S21 EHAMOT history

S21 EHA is a blue diesel BMW 118 first used on 16 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 135,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2025
Mileage
135,011 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2024
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 EHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
118
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 EHA was last recorded at 135,011 miles on 5 Mar 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,001 miles · 24 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
8,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,011 miles
  • 2023 – 124,948 miles
  • 2022 – 112,785 miles
  • 2021 – 104,899 miles
  • 2020 – 101,233 miles
  • 2019 – 93,525 miles
  • 2018 – 83,581 miles
  • 2017 – 78,426 miles
  • 2016 – 73,448 miles
  • 2015 – 62,729 miles
  • 2014 – 53,104 miles
  • 2013 – 44,254 miles
  • 2012 – 35,319 miles
  • 2011 – 24,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,011 miles
  • AdvisoryFront shocks absorbers corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocks absorber corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear drive shaft corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust weak at front.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,011 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    135,011 miles
    Test number
    536578404709
    • AdvisoryFront shocks absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocks absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear drive shaft corroded

  2. Fail135,001 miles (+10,053)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,001 miles
    Test number
    891436156261
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged will NEED replacing in due time///rim damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,948 miles (+12,163)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,948 miles
    Test number
    514944633931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass112,785 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,785 miles
    Test number
    928841136426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper damaged slightly loose not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail112,785 miles (+7,886)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,785 miles
    Test number
    458086749830
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper damaged slightly loose not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,899 miles
    Test number
    164059212750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail104,899 miles (+3,666)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,899 miles
    Test number
    680177515354
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass101,233 miles (+7,708)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,233 miles
    Test number
    247898958017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,525 miles (+9,944)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,525 miles
    Test number
    715343498479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,581 miles (+5,155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,581 miles
    Test number
    176366316498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass78,426 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,426 miles
    Test number
    397342622868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,344 miles (+4,896)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,344 miles
    Test number
    961311841301
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all n/s and all o/s (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe broken (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported flexi pipe broken (7.1.1)

  13. Pass73,448 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,448 miles
    Test number
    987536545424
    • AdvisoryExhaust weak at front.

  14. Fail73,445 miles (+10,716)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,445 miles
    Test number
    993607596363
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust weak at front.

  15. Pass62,729 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    899913515020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail62,729 miles (+9,625)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    248423315097
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail53,104 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,104 miles
    Test number
    347564014091
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass53,104 miles (+8,850)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,104 miles
    Test number
    556234814093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass44,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,254 miles
    Test number
    246621013052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,254 miles (+8,935)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,254 miles
    Test number
    488781413066
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass35,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    35,319 miles
    Test number
    559536112027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,318 miles (+10,332)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,318 miles
    Test number
    108936812402
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass24,986 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,986 miles
    Test number
    889350121041
    • NoteFront washer pressure low and fluid very thick

  24. Fail24,986 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,986 miles
    Test number
    647749111099
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteFront washer pressure low and fluid very thick

Questions about S21 EHA

Does S21 EHA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S21 EHA expired on 4 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S21 EHA?
The MOT on S21 EHA expired on 4 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S21 EHA done?
S21 EHA was recorded at 135,011 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2024, an average of 8,383 miles a year.
Has S21 EHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 EHA has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S21 EHA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S21 EHA find?
S21 EHA passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2024 with 5 advisories: front shocks absorbers corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; nearside rear shocks absorber corroded, and 2 more.

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